[Locked On Celtics] - Boston Celtics win Game 3, one win away from 18th NBA championship - Basketball - Boston Celtics news - NewsLocker (2024)

The Celtics took a big hit from the Dallas Mavericks in the first quarter, kept their wits about them, and hung around long enough for Jaylen Brown to get go...

[Mass Live] - Alex Cora explains why he’s a huge Celtics fan, which moment gave him ‘chills’

Alex Cora is all-in on the Celtics — in large part because of a strong friendship he formed with Brad Stevens in his early days as Red Sox manager.

[Sportskeeda] - Jayson Tatum 'drops mic' while critiquing NBA media storylines about Boston Celtics' path to NBA trophy

Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum has heard all the noise surrounding the team's 2024 playoff run.

Boston Celtics Legend Doesn’t Believe Kyrie Irving is a Superstar Anymore Amid 2024 NBA Finals Struggles

Living NBA legend Bob Cousy recently shared his thoughts on the Boston Celtics, saying that he wants to see his former team raise banner No. 18, while he’s still around.

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[USA Today: Hoops Hype] - Jalen Brunson on Luka Doncic getting criticized after Game 3: 'I think it's unfair...sometimes emotions get the best of you'

ClutchPoints: “I think it’s unfair… This is what everyone in this league has worked for. And sometimes emotions get the best of you.” Jalen Brunson defends Luka Doncic after…

[USA Today: Hoops Hype] - Clippers targeting Jeff Van Gundy for coaching role

League sources tell The Stein Line that the LA Clippers have strong interest in hiring Celtics special adviser Jeff Van Gundy as a high-profile addition to Tyronn Lue’s coaching staff for nex…

[NESN] - Luka Doncic Makes This Confession About Conversations With Referees

Mavericks superstar Luka Doncic has been getting slammed by analysts for his poor performance and lack of accountability in Dallas’ Game 3 loss to the Boston Celtics. On nearly every possession, Doncic looked to the referees and had some sort of conversation regarding the play, which often put the guard out of position on defense. […]

[Celtics All Access] - Have the Mavs Waived the WHITE FLAG vs Celtics?

DALLAS -- The Celtics held off a furious Dallas rally to move to the verge of a record 18th championship with a 106-99 victory over the Mavericks on Wednesda...

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[NESN] - Celtics Going For Sweep Over Mavericks || Boston Has Entered The Chat Ep. 35

Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown and the Celtics are one win away from wining the NBA championship. Travis Thomas and George Balekji discuss how the C's can comple...

[Sports Illustrated] - Jason Kidd's Coaching Decisions Called Into Question After Mavericks' Game 3 Loss

Did some of Kidd's coaching decisions cost the Mavericks Game 3 and potentially a championship?

[ClutchPoints] - Celtics vs. Mavericks NBA Finals Game 4 prediction, odds, pick

The time has come and we could see a new champion crowned in the NBA on Friday night. We’re here to bring you our betting prediction and pick for Game 4 of the NBA Finals as the Boston Celtics visit the Dallas Mavericks with a 3-0 series lead and a chance to walk away from this one as champions. […] The post appeared first on .

[Boston Herald] - Patriot Place in Foxboro hosting Celtics watch parties for Game 4 of NBA Finals

While Celtic fanatics descend upon the TD Garden for a sold-out watch party, and bars close to the arena fill to the brim, Patriot Place in Foxboro will also be packed with Green and White galore.

[Boston Herald] - Kyrie Irving admits he’s wanted to beat the Celtics ‘for a while’

It sure sounds like the Celtics have gotten into Kyrie Irving's head.

[The Cold Wire] - Video Shows Promising Kristaps Porzingis Update Thursday

Ahead of Game 3 of the NBA Finals on Wednesday night, the Boston Celtics got some concerning news regarding the status of veteran forward Kristaps Porzingis, as he had apparently suffered a rare kind of foot injury in the win over the Dallas Mavericks in Game 2 at TD Garden. Although it didn’t seem […] The post appeared first on .

[The Cold Wire] - Sam Hauser Reveals His Favorite Joe Mazzulla Quote

After the behind-the-scenes scandal involving head coach Ime Udoka unfolded, the Boston Celtics parted ways with the promising young coach and moved forward with Joe Mazzulla instead. With Udoka coming off an appearance in the NBA Finals, Mazzulla had some big shoes to fill, with virtually no one giving him any chance of retaining […] The post appeared first on .

[The Cold Wire] - Jaylen Brown Joins Exclusive List Of NBA Stars

Over the past few years, superstar forward Jayson Tatum has gotten a lot of credit for the success of the Boston Celtics and is often considered the current face of the storied franchise, especially during the NBA Finals. Although Tatum is undoubtedly a talented player and worthy of the distinction of being one of […] The post appeared first on .

[Mass Live] - Jayson Tatum takes subtle shot at critics amid historic Celtics run

The Celtics are one win away from one of the best playoff runs in NBA history.

[NESN] - Why Jayson Tatum Has Extra Motivation For Celtics In NBA Finals

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum seems to have it all with what he has accomplished in the NBA. Tatum, though, is missing just one thing in his trophy case: the Larry O’Brien Trophy. The Celtics last made an NBA Finals appearance in 2022 where the outcome did not go their way. Despite taking the first […]

[NESN] - How Celtics’ Xavier Tillman Felt Silencing Mavericks Bench

Celtics big man Xavier Tillman played a key role in Boston’s victory over the Dallas Mavericks in Game 3 of the NBA Finals on Wednesday night. With Kristaps Porzingis sidelined with a left posterior tibialis dislocation, Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla leaned on Tillman to provide a spark defensively. He did just that and then […]

[BBALLBREAKDOWN] - Is Luka Doncic The Problem?? Game 3 NBA Finals

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[Celtics All Access] - Kristaps Porzingis BACK at Celtics Practice | Garden Report

DALLAS -- Joe Mazzulla told reporters today that Kristaps Porzingis has shown improvement from yesterday to today and is fighting hard to play in Game 4. CLN...

[NBC Sports Boston] - Kyrie Irving praises Celtics' ‘special' defense in NBA Finals

Kyrie Irving did not play well in the first two games of the 2024 NBA Finals, and it was among the reasons why the Dallas Mavericks lost both of those matchups to the Boston Celtics at TD Garden. Irving scored a total of 28 points on 13-of-37 shooting (0-of-8 from 3-point range) . The Mavs needed him to step up in Game 3 in Dallas on Wednesday night, and he responded pretty well. The veteran guard scored 35 points and hit four of his six 3-point attempts. But it ultimately wasn’t enough fo

[SB Nation: Celtics Blog] - Joe Mazzulla’s unique style has Celtics on the cusp of a title

The Rhode Island native has an often unconventional way of doing things, and it works.

[NESN] - Banner 18 LOADING… Celtics 1 Win Away || Hold My Banner Ep. 21

Will the Celtics sweep the Mavericks in the 2024 NBA Finals? Travis Thomas and Ountae Campbell give their opinion on this episode of Hold My Banner. The pair...

[Sports Illustrated] - The Miami Heat shouldn't need to search for motivation after disappointing season

The Miami Heat and Boston Celtics traded motivation the previous two seasons. Maybe next season it's once again the Heat's turn. On Thursday, Celtics guard Jay

[Sports Illustrated] - Dependable Xavier Tillman Discusses Learning to 'Be a Star in Your Own Role'

The Celtics traded for Xavier Tillman Sr. with nights like Game 3 of the NBA Finals in mind. Their primary motivation at the trade deadline was bolstering its d

[NBC Sports Boston] - Gary Washburn: NBA Finals MVP is Jaylen Brown's to win | Reacting to Celtics-Mavericks Game 3

Drew Carter and Gary Washburn of The Boston Globe join Trenni Casey on Arbella Early Edition to reaction to the Celtics' Game 3 win over the Dallas Mavericks...

[Fox Sports] - Did the NBA Finals prove Jaylen Brown is the Celtics' best player? | Speak

Emmanuel Acho, Joy Taylor, LeSean McCoy and James Jones discuss whether the NBA Finals has proven Jaylen Brown is the Celtics' best player or not. Brown is averaging 24 PPG off 55 percent shooting, while Jayson Tatum is averaging 22 PPG (36 percent shooting).

[Boston Herald] - One win away from NBA championship, Alex Cora sees Celtics on cusp of another dynasty

With a 3-0 lead in the NBA Finals, a stacked roster, and Joe Mazzulla and Brad Stevens at the helm, Alex Cora thinks the Celtics are about to enter another dynastic period.

[Boston Herald] - Jayson Tatum: Celtics not celebrating heading into NBA Finals Game 4

"Even now up 3-0, nobody is celebrating or anything."